Working at Swatch

Swatch embraces the values that coexist in the world of art, design, fashion and technology; and lends them its own spark of creativity. Thus, Swatch is considered a canvas upon which a myriad of expressions have been applied. Cutting edge style, trend setting looks and technology friendly accents have all added to the amazement of owning a Swatch.

At Swatch we provide our Retail Key holders with the training and support that lays the groundwork for a professional career with real momentum. As a member of the Retail Sales Team, you will be coached on sales techniques and customer service skills along with technical training on all our watches and services. Plus, your base-plus-commission pay structure is designed so that the sky is the limit for motivated and knowledgeable retail sales professionals.

Swatch embraces the values that coexist in the world of art, design, fashion and technology; and lends them its own spark of creativity. Thus, Swatch is considered a canvas upon which a myriad of expressions have been applied. Cutting edge style, trend setting looks and technology friendly accents have all added to the amazement of owning a Swatch.

At Swatch we provide our Retail Key holders with the training and support that lays the groundwork for a professional career with real momentum. As a member of the Retail Sales Team, you will be coached on sales techniques and customer service skills along with technical training on all our watches and services. Plus, your base-plus-commission pay structure is designed so that the sky is the limit for motivated and knowledgeable retail sales professionals.

As a full time Sales Associate, you will be a key member of the team, providing exceptional customer service, driving sales and contributing to the overall success of the store.

• Support the team in achieving sales targets
• Handle transactions for all types of sales according to company policy
• Ensure the store is always presentable, clean and tidy 
• Ensure products are displayed in accordance with Swatch Guidelines
• Assist with daily and monthly stocktake and stock management 
• Keep up to date with new products, promotions and participate in regular training 
• Follow up with customers via email and phone regarding warranty and repairs 
• Ensure the highest level of customer service

As a Swatch Sales Lead, you will report to the Store Manager and will assist in all day-to-day operations. Although your focus will be on sales initiatives, you also will coach sales associates to achieve their performance goals while embodying Swatch Core Competencies: Customer Focus, Drive for Results, Creativity, Problem-Solving, Humility, Integrity, Building Effective Teams and Relationships.

Starting base pay of $19.85 per hour plus monthly performance bonus.

Responsibilities include:

• Customer Service & Sales Generation: Lead by example to deliver outstanding customer service, coaching the team to meet and exceed sales targets. Ensure comprehensive product knowledge across the team to enhance customer experience and decision-making.
• Operations: Support store management in daily operational tasks with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in all transactions. Maintain adherence to inventory control processes, minimizing loss and ensuring accuracy in stock handling and reporting.
• Visual Merchandising: Execute and maintain visual merchandising standards in alignment with company directives. Ensure the store presentation is consistently maintained to a high standard, reflecting the brand’s image.
• Compliance: Uphold workplace safety standards and act as a model for company policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with all operational guidelines and safety regulations.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed with moderate physical effort is required and significant walking and standing is required for the majority of each shift. While this position has a low risk of injury, the position requires lifting, pushing, pulling and holding (up to 35 lbs and above with appropriate support) of boxes and store fixtures, as well as, significant focus when completing paperwork, cash management or using the POS.

Employment Status:

Full-Time: 35 hours per week on average. Must maintain open availability to meet the needs of the business and may be required to work more than 35 hours per week, including certain holidays and blackout dates.

Swatch embraces the values that coexist in the worlds of art, design, fashion and technology; and lends to them its own spark of creativity. Thus, Swatch is considered a canvas upon which a myriad of expressions have been applied. Cutting edge style, trend setting looks and technology friendly accents have all added to the amazement of owning a Swatch.

We are seeking an experienced, retail Store Manager to provide leadership in our store. The ideal candidate must be a seasoned Retail Manager with a strong focus on driving sales and delivering excellent customer service.

• Kundenberatung mit Elan und aktiver Verkauf unserer Kollektionen
• Steigerung des Gesamterfolgs durch professionellen Kundenservice
• Präsentation unserer Produkte mit Begeisterung und Know-how
• Bedienung unseres benutzerfreundlichen Kassensystems und Erledigung notwendiger administrativen Tätigkeiten
• Unterstützung bei der Inventur und Bestandsführung
• Aktive Teilnahme an Schulungen und Weiterbildungen
• Mitgestaltung eines einzigartigen Einkaufserlebnisses durch umfassendes Produktwissen

To provide exceptional levels of customer service to all customers. Merchandise, promote and sale of all products to end consumers. Meeting all sales targets and store objectives.

Sales

• Greet and serve all customers providing a friendly service and delivering a full and memorable experience.
• Ensure familiarity with the product range, past and present, so that customers can be provided with as much detail as necessary.
• Ensure good knowledge of all functions of watches and other products.
• Provide reliable information to customers in all matters relating to sales and customer service.
• Help display merchandise as directed.
• Contribute to the store reaching its monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to every customer, every time. Whether by email, over the phone, or in person in the Store.

Security

• Assist in controlling shrinkage by attentive action on the shop floor, merchandise handling, accident prevention and careful operation of the till and administration policies and procedures.
• Maintain/build a general awareness of products and security hot spots.
• Follow Company policy and procedures for opening/closing the store.
• Maintain correct processing of all deliveries.

Cash Handling/Payment Transactions

• All transactions to be handled in a responsible and secure way.
• Till functions, cashing up, payments and general duties.
• Dealing with, and handling of, cash, credits cards and international currency.

Care of the Store

• Ensure the store is kept clean and presentable at all times.
• Back of house and shop floor are both just as important.
• Health and Safety aware.
• Good Visual Merchandising standards.

Communication

• Adhere to company policies and regulations.
• Attend briefing sessions as directed by your line manager.
• Present and conduct yourself in a professional manner to both customers and colleagues, ensuring all communication is clear.
• Be familiar with international customers customs and culture.

Product Knowledge

• Attend regular training days.
• Take responsibility, and be self-motivated and pro-active, to understand all new products and apply training and instructions.
• Be able to deliver good product knowledge to our customers.

Other

• To undertake all duties and responsibilities which may fall within the remit of such a post under the direction of your line manager.

Sales • Greet and serve all customers providing a fast friendly service. • Ensure familiarity with the product range, past and present, so that customers can be provided with as much detail as necessary. • Ensure good knowledge of all functions of watches and other Swatch products. • Provide reliable information to customers in all matters relating to guaranteed and after sales service. • Help display merchandise as directed. • Contribute to the store reaching its monthly sales targets. • Oversee colleagues on the shop floor to ensure best practise is adhered to at all times, providing on the spot feedback when required Security • Assist in controlling shrinkage by attentive action on the shop floor, merchandise handling, accident prevention and careful operation of the till. • Maintain/build a general awareness of products and security hot spots. • Follow Company policy and procedures for opening/closing the store. • All transactions to be handled in a responsible and secure way Reporting • Accurate reporting of all administration and stock control. • Collation of sales figures. • Clearly articulate/communicate any issues the store has had in the absence of the Store Manager and/or Assistant Manager Care of the Store • Ensure the store is kept clean and presentable at all times. • Delegate tasks to colleagues to ensure productivity during peak trade Communication • Adhere to company policies and regulations. • Attend briefing sessions as directed by your line manager. • Hold briefing sessions in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Manager. • Confident to communicate at all levels, within the Store and with the wider Swatch Group teams • Present and conduct yourself in a professional manner to both customers and colleagues, ensuring all communication is clear. • Be familiar with international customer’s customs and culture. Product Knowledge • Attend regular training programmes. • Confidently deliver product knowledge and train colleagues on upcoming collections • Take responsibility, and be self-motivated and pro-active, to understand all new products and apply training and instructions. • Be able to deliver good product knowledge to our customers. Other • To undertake duties and responsibilities which may fall within the remit of such a post under the direction of your line manager. • As a member of the store management team be prepared to act up in a more senior capacity when the Store Manager and/or Assistant Manager are out of the business • Assist the store management team to lead and inspire your colleagues. • Ensure service standards and behaviours are in line with training and Swatch guidelines at all times

As a Sales Associate, you will be a key member of the team, providing exceptional customer service, driving sales and contributing to the overall success of the store.

• Support the team in achieving sales targets and KPI's
• Handle transactions for all types of sales according to company policy
• Ensure the store is always presentable, clean and tidy 
• Ensure products are displayed in accordance with Swatch Guidelines
• Assist with daily and monthly stocktake and stock management 
• Keep up to date with new products, promotions and participate in regular training 
• Follow up with customers via email and phone regarding warranty and repairs 
• Ensure the highest level of customer service